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George Clarke, Esq. of Hackney (oil on canvas)
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George Clarke, Esq. of Hackney (oil on canvas)
3499809 George Clarke, Esq. of Hackney (oil on canvas) by Jackson, Gilbert (fl.1621-40); Hackney Museum, London Borough of Hackney, UK; (add.info.: Portrait of of a standing man, depicted within an oval surround. He wears a black robe with brown waistcoat, and a large puritan-style white collar. His hair is shoulder-length, grey and straight below a black hat. He has a small neat mustache and a trimmed goatee beard.
From the collection of Alexander Chalmers.
" George Clarke by will dated 1668 left a rent charge of £ 6 on his lands in Hackney marsh; £ 1 was for a sermon and £ 5 were to be divided equally between the parish clerk, the sexton, the 6 women in Spurstowes almshouses, and 12 poor housekeepers from Church Street and Mare Street. The money was applied as directed in 1824 and 1863. It was part of the rent paid by the lessee of the parishs lands in Hackney marsh until their sale in 1893." From: Hackney: Charities for the Poor, A History of the County of Middlesex: Volume 10: Hackney (1995), pp. 166-172. ); eHackney Museum; eHackney Museum; English, out of copyright
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This portrait, titled "George Clarke, Esq. of Hackney" captures the essence of a distinguished gentleman from centuries past. Painted by Gilbert Jackson in the 17th century, this oil on canvas print is now housed in the Hackney Museum in London. In this remarkable artwork, George Clarke stands tall within an elegant oval frame. He exudes an air of authority and intellect as he dons a black robe with a brown waistcoat and a large puritan-style white collar. His shoulder-length grey hair cascades straight below his black hat, framing his face adorned with a neat mustache and trimmed goatee beard. The painting not only showcases George Clarke's physical appearance but also provides insight into his philanthropic nature. According to historical records discovered by Alexander Chalmers, it is revealed that Mr. Clarke left behind a generous legacy for the benefit of others through various charitable acts. Through his will dated 1668, George Clarke allocated funds from his lands in Hackney marsh to support different causes such as sermons and assistance for those less fortunate. The money was distributed among parish officials, women residing in Spurstowes almshouses, and impoverished housekeepers from Church Street and Mare Street. As we gaze upon this exquisite piece of artistry today, we are reminded not only of George Clarke's timeless presence but also of the enduring impact he had on society through his benevolence.
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